Darla Ferrara
227 posts
Darla Ferrara worked for years as an EMT and is now a full-time freelance writer who has created byline pieces for USAToday, Jillian Michaels, USARiseUP, New York Times -- About.com, Multibrief, MedCity News, LiveStrong, and AOL . She earned her Cardiac Arrest, Hypothermia, and Resuscitation Science Certification from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, her Nutrition for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Certification from the University of California, San Francisco, and her certification in Musculoskeletal Case Studies - Anatomy from Harvard Medical School.
Posts By Darla Ferrara
Is Vyvanse a Controlled Substance?
Is Vyvanse a controlled substance? Yes. It is a Schedule II controlled substance throughout the United States.What is Vyvanse?Vyvanse is an amphetamine. It is the trade name of the…
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Vyvanse vs. Adderall – What is the Difference?
When it comes to treating ADHD and the like, many may wonder which is better–Vyvanse or Adderall. Is there even a difference? Ultimately, while these medications may treat similar…
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Vyvanse Alternatives – What Are Your Options?
Vyvanse may not be the right choice for every patient. In such cases, it is important to discuss with a medical provider potential Vyvanse alternatives.Vyvanse AlternativesWhat are your…
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Vyvanse and Alcohol
While there are not reported to be major interactions between Vyvanse and alcohol, serious interactions can occur if the patient is simultaneously taking methotrexate [Otrexup (PF), Xatmep…
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Vyvanse Withdrawal – What Are The Symptoms & How Long Do They Last?
Vyvanse withdrawal occurs when someone builds up a tolerance to the drug and then they stop taking the medication all of a sudden. When they stop taking it, the body responds with…
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Vyvanse and Pregnancy
Vyvanse and pregnancy are not compatible. Simply put, taking Vyvanse can negatively affect pregnancy. Vyvanse and BreastfeedingAmphetamines can be present in breastmilk, and long-term…
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Vyvanse Half-Life – How Long Does it Stay in Your System?
Vyvanse was the 91st most commonly prescribed drug in the United States in 2017. In that year alone, there were over 8.8 million prescriptions. Considering how popular this drug is right…
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Vyvanse Interactions with Drugs, Food & Conditions
As is the case with any other medication, there may be some instances where Vyvanse interactions can occur. In such cases, use is not recommended, or usage will have to be adjusted in order…
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Vyvanse – Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions
Generic Name: Lisdexamfetamine dimesylateBrands: VyvanseClass: AmphetamineAvailability: Prescription requiredMolecular Formula: C15H25N3OSubstance UNII: H645GUL8KJWhat is Vyvanse?Vyvanse is…
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Doxepin Topical Hydrochloride Cream – What You Need To Know
Doxepin topical hydrochloride cream contains approximately 50 mg of doxepin hydrochloride for the short-term treatment of moderate pruritus (itching) in adults. Itching may be due to atopic…
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